Finally after waiting since last April we have received a shipment of Weasels. There is limited availability and a lot of folk have been waiting for these so act quickly. I have no idea how long it might take to get further supplies.
G.
I was surprised by a knock at the door this weekend. One of my guys rocked up for a workshop that is actually next weekend. Seeing as he had travelled three hours it seemed polite to spend some time.
My friend had taken this juniper to A.N.Other workshop where the advised course of action was to reduce it to the bottom branch, sage advice indeed đŸ˜®
After a couple of hours the tree turned out pretty good and everyone was happy.
I do have a couple of workshop places available for Saturday 22 November, just drop me a line.
G.
I was shocked today to hear of the passing of Paul Goff recently. What a tragic loss. Such a talented man with a depth of appreciation and understanding of bonsai art unmatched in anyone I have met. I was lucky enough to spend a day with Paul a few years back and his unique and quiet manner opened up a whole new world for me. Paul’s quiet and contemplative insight bought me to a new depth of understanding and appreciation of nature that influences every creative decision I make around my trees. A heart breaking loss to everyone who knew him I am sure. Paul’s effect on British bonsai will not be forgotten.
Our thoughts go out to Paul’s partner Vivienne who also let us know….
“All are welcome at the funeral service on 20th November at 3.30 at Milton Malsor crematorium, Northants, NN4 9RN and/or afterwards at the Walnut Tree Inn, Blisworth NN7 3DS so we can celebrate Paul’s amazing life. Donations if desired to Stroke Association www.stroke.org.uk or British Heart Foundation www.bhf.org.uk“
A sad day indeed.
G.
A couple of times a month we run a workshop day, either Saturday or Sunday. We keep the group to a maximum of four people which makes for a fairly relaxed day all round. This weekend we had a great day with some nice trees and even nicer folk. I thought it would be nice to share a few pic’s…..
G.
This year again we were very happy to be at the Heathrow Bonsai Show. This is our second year at the event and speaking personally I have to say I enjoyed the show more than a great many we visit. Mark and his team have really stepped up this year, the size and quality of the event is simply out of sight compared to previous shows. However they have managed to retain the small friendly feel of the show and a great camaraderie between everyone.
Like a dummy I forgot to take my camera so I can’t show you any pic’s but the bonsai on display were exceptional and well worth the effort to visit. I always love to see bonsai all dressed up and on their best behaviour. So the only picture I can show you is of the most important part, everyone who made this event possible.
PUT THIS EVENT IN YOUR DIARY FOR NEXT YEAR, you won’t regret it.
G.
Today I cut the price of a large number of our Bonsai Starter Trees. We need to make room for some interesting new lines and once sold these items will be discontinued. Some of the prices have dropped by 300% and we have very limited stock of some plants, as few as half a dozen. All reduced items are marked “CLEARANCE!”. Once they are gone they are gone and won’t be back so if you need to stock up a growing field or a disused part of the garden grab some of these. If past experience is anything to go by they won’t be here long.
G.